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EBK: ARMED FORCES OF THE UNITED STATES: COAST GUARD

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<P>The United States Coast Guard has the special job of protecting United States waters. This hi/lo title begins with a narrative that explores a Coast Guard mission, putting readers right in the action. Additional chapters describe the roles of the branch, the tools it uses, and the major missions it has completed. An equipment profile highlights an important tool, while a mission profile provides specifics about a historic mission. The book closes with a full-spread profile that summarizes the basics of the United States Coast Guard.</P>

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